Kim Chaffin

Kim Chaffin is the founder of Breaking the Huddle Education, LLC, a literacy and leadership initiative dedicated to helping children see themselves represented in the stories they read. A former educator, coach, and athletic director with 17 years in public education, she played college basketball at the University of Texas Permian Basin before beginning her career in teaching and high school athletics. Over nearly two decades, she built a reputation for leadership, mentorship, and a deep commitment to student development both on and off the field. Following the passing of her father, a 24-year deputy with the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Department and a lifelong advocate for helping others, Kim transitioned out of public education to continue her mission in a new way. She founded Breaking the Huddle Education to merge her passion for sports, storytelling, and youth empowerment. Through her work, she creates children’s books centered on girls in sports—often placing them in roles where they are traditionally underrepresented—while honoring her father’s legacy of service and compassion for underserved communities. Today, Kim partners with individuals and organizations to provide customized storytelling experiences and curriculum designed to build literacy, confidence, and leadership skills. Her work extends beyond books, aiming to shift narratives and expand representation for young readers everywhere. Guided by the belief that “being yourself is your superpower,” she continues to build a growing movement that inspires children to see themselves as leaders in their own stories and in the world around them.